Originating from a Small Welding Shop in Hokkaido – A Grand Vision Born in 1919In 1919, Mr. Masuo Tadano started his business in the cold region of Hokkaido with a small welding shop, driven by a grand aspiration: “To create products that serve society by contributing to technical advancement.” From this humble beginning, Tadano has grown and developed into a leading crane and lifting equipment corporation in Japan and worldwide.From its initial mechanical equipment, Tadano gradually researched and improved technology, actively contributing to Japan’s post-World War II reconstruction efforts, while simultaneously laying a solid foundation for the modern lifting equipment industry.

1955 – Tadano Achieves a Breakthrough: Japan’s First Hydraulic Crane

The year 1955 marked a major breakthrough when Tadano introduced the OC-2 – Japan’s first truck-mounted hydraulic crane, with a lifting capacity of 2 tons. This product was not only a technological advancement but also a key tool that accelerated infrastructure reconstruction, opening up a new industry specializing in lifting equipment.

1960s – 1980s: International Market Expansion – From Indonesia to Global Reach

Just five years later, in 1960, Tadano exported its first batch of cranes to Indonesia, officially marking its entry into the international market. Tadano products quickly gained recognition for their durability, performance, and safety.1970: Launched the TR-150 – Japan’s first hydraulic rough terrain crane, expanding its specialized product line.1972: Tadano was officially listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, solidifying its position as a leading national company.1980s: Focused on developing electronic control technology, enhancing operational precision and safety.

1990s: Global Expansion with Strategic Moves

In 1990, Tadano acquired FAUN GmbH – a renowned German crane manufacturer, expanding into the European market and enhancing its product portfolio with rough terrain cranes that met stringent EU standards. This was a crucial step that helped Tadano solidify its global brand position.

Current Vision – “Lifting your dreams”

With over 100 years of development, Tadano is now a world-leading manufacturer of lifting equipment, serving customers in over 100 countries with a diverse range of products:Truck-Mounted CranesRough Terrain CranesCrawler CranesAll-Terrain CranesLifting solutions for oil and gas, ports and harbors, bridges and roads, and heavy industryThe slogan “Lifting Your Dreams” is not just a promise of performance and quality but also a commitment to accompany customers in elevating their dreams of sustainable and safe development.